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VA HR326

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shelly Simonds

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Andrew Thomas "Tom" Olaisen, a U.S. Army veteran and longtime leader of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula, died on January 25, 2026
  • Served as executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula from 1965 until his retirement in 1996, overseeing the club's integration in 1965 and expansion of services to girls in 1991
  • Served in the United States Army stationed in Germany from 1957 to 1959
  • Received numerous honors including the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Bronze Keystone Award, the Humanitarian Award from the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, and the Community Impact Award from the Peninsula Sports Club
  • Resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to present a copy to his family as an expression of respect for his memory

Legislative Description

Celebrating the life of Andrew Thomas Olaisen.

Last Action

Agreed to by House

3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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